1998 Honda Civic Leak in the trunk

1998 HONDA CIVIC
140,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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98HONDAEK
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Hello, I have 1998 honda civic 140000k and there seems to be a leak/rust in the back trunk. I checked it and it seems the water is coming from the back panels. what might be causing this and how can i fix and also their is bits of rust in the trunk how could i fix this? Thanks
Dec 23, 2007 at 2:16 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

check for water stains around the rear lights, also try playing a hose over the bot lid and look for signs of water getting past the seal. Wire brush loose rust away, and paint with a rust converter and prime and paint again.

Mark (mhpautos)
Dec 24, 2007 at 2:45 AM
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